Artur Beterbiev and David Benavidez reward the hit of the hit of Saudi Arabia on November 22, but not against each other.
In the movement of an incredibly known Anthony Joshua vs. Deontay Wilder, condemned to the presentation “Day of Reconing” in December 2023, both Beterbiev and Benavidez will fight separate opponents on the same bill, raising fresh fears that fans must watch the game of “expectations and hope”.
The unquestioned lithe heavyweight king Beterbiev begins his way to buy back on Undercard of the Ring IV “Night of Champions” in Riyadh. His return makes him face the indolent Alabama, Deon Nicholson, a powerful blow with 18 knockout from 22 wins.
Beterbiev aims to return to the right track after losing a rematch with Dmitry Bivol in February. The couple had plans for the trilogy, but somewhere along the way they became too messy, and Beterbiv wants to remain busy.
Bivol, who moved in the glove run since Canelo Alvarez was defeated in May 2022, since then ended the invincible run of Gilberto Ramirez at 44-0 and twice put Beterbiev twice, beating two pretenders.
Benavidez headers in the co-main socket, months removed from the shipping of Demetrius Andrade, Oleksandra Gvozdyk and the dominant David Morrell. However, despite the clear public appetite for the war, Benavidez vs. Beterbaview, they both will not meet at night, and judging by Riyadh after the previous season, he may never cross the paths at all.
Familiar and fear
If it sounds familiar, it should. Joshua and Wilder shared the card in December 2023, they both have to win to secure their long delayed showdown.
Wilder swam his lines against Joseph Parker, and the fight of dreams, once the greatest in sport, remained in ruins for the second time in five years.
Beterbiev vs. Benavidez does not have this marinating level yet, but the plan is the same. The same place. The same promoter. The same concept. The same risk.
The unquestioned heavyweight master, Artur Beterbiev, will start his way to buy back on November 22 as part of the “Masters’ Night” Ring IV in Riyadh. Beterbiev will collide with another unsafe blow to Deon Nicholson, who has 18 knockouts in his 22 wins. pic.twitter.com/mqkjnovt99
And like Wilder, Beterbiev had time outside the ring and pushes the crushing defeat. The Canadian born in Russia lost his belts, and in the age of 40 years of margin Beterbaver is miniature.
Despite the moans from some, Nicholson is not an opponent who is counting from disappearing names.
However, Benavidez rides at a high level, but fans can start questioning the fitting strategy if Bivol and Beterbiv are still circulating. At some point, the “Mexican monster” must celebrate or risk that they face the anger of dissatisfied fans, such as Jaron Ennis in 147 or 154.
Repetition of Joshua vs Wilder’s defeat?
While Turki Alalshikh promotes the card as another Riyadh Spectacular in the season, the lack of a real duel of the main event between Headliners is already comparing with the defeat of Joshua vs Wilder. If so, Devin Haney vs Brian Norman Jr. should
Again, the separation of Beterbiev and Benavidez is a proven formula, but one that has already imploded once.
And because boxing has learned the undisputed clash for the title in the heavyweight 2018, you can allow great fights to marinate for so long before they start to rot.
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Xander Zayas and Jaron Ennis will meet tonight at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, where two undefeated world champions will fight for the WBO and WBA super welterweight titles.
Zayas is defending his WBO and first WBA title for the second time, while Ennis is moving up from welterweight in a bid to become a two-weight ruler.
World Boxing News brings you live scores and updates from Brooklyn throughout the evening.
Live scorecards:
• Jahi Tucker vs. Euri Cedeno
• Emiliano Vargas vs. Bryce Mills
• Ben Whittaker vs. Richard Rivera
• Xander Zayas vs. Jaron Ennis (including round-by-round)
Scores by Xander Zayas and Jaron Ennis
Times are local – ET
00:11
Jaron “Boots” Ennis defeated Xander Zayas in seven rounds to become the unified WBA and WBO super welterweight champion in Brooklyn.
Ennis dropped Zayas in the first round, then survived a dramatic rally in the third round in which the previously undefeated champion hurt him with several demanding shots.
The momentum dropped significantly in the fifth quarter when Ennis knocked out Zayas with a crushing uppercut.
After dominating the sixth puck, Ennis forced Zayas to kneel at the start of the seventh puck, prompting the referee to wave his hand and stop the fight.
22:43
Emiliano Vargas remained undefeated after stopping Bryce Mills in the fourth round after a dominant display in the shootout.
Vargas controlled most of the contest, although Mills had his moments in return. He won the first two rounds 10-9 before scoring a knockdown in the third and taking a frame 10-8.
The end came in the fourth period when Vargas dropped Mills twice to force a stoppage and seal an impressive TKO victory.
21:55
Ben Whittaker he defeated Richie Rivera with a crushing left hook in the second round after dropping “Popeye The Sailor Man” in the opening session.
Rivera has proven to be more than just routine work for the British lithe heavyweight, who now desperately needs a tougher test after another impressive stoppage win.
21:50
Ben Whittaker and Richie Rivera in the ring.
21:23
Jahi Tucker he achieved a majority decision victory over Euri Cedeno after ten rounds of competition, continuing his middleweight career.
Tucker took control early before Cedeno fought his way back into contention in the middle rounds. However, Tucker finished the fight as the stronger of the two, winning the final four rounds on the WBN card and securing a well-deserved verdict.
The official judges scored it 95-95, 97-93 and 98-92, giving Tucker the majority win. WBN cards 98-92.
20:53
A barnstorm is heating up for the first fight on the Pay Per View card between Jahi Tucker and Euri Cedeno.
19:56
Dennis Thompson defeated Edwin Rodriguez from Puerto Rico by split decision in a close fight. Thompson rose to a gripping challenge and earned the verdict after eight rounds.
The judges scored the fight 79-73 and 77-75 in his favor, while the third judge scored it 77-75 for Rodriguez.
The victory gave Thompson a 1-0 lead for Philadelphia over Puerto Rico.
19:43
Dennis Thompson and Edwin Rodriguez go toe-to-toe in their super bantamweight bout.
19:14
Quincey Williams they remained undefeated with a dominant 79-73 unanimous decision over the hard-wearing Jerome Baxter after eight rounds.
18:35
Quincey Williams 6-0 starts his fight against Jerome Baxter 8-1 in the welterweight division.
On the card too Juanma Lopez DeJesus it took just over two minutes to beat Alberto Motos.
Boxing in the match room
Announcement
Zayas and Ennis meet over twelve rounds for the WBO and WBA super welterweight world titles in one of the biggest fights of the year in boxing.
The undefeated champions will headline the highest level competition and boxing competition held at the Barclays Center under the jurisdiction of the Up-to-date York State Athletic Commission.
The main support will be Ben Whittaker’s defense of his WBC Silver lithe heavyweight title against Richard Rivera following his victory over Liam Cameron.
Undefeated Emiliano Vargas also returns against Bryce Mills, while Jahi Tucker and Euri Cedeno fight for the vacant IBF North American, WBC USA and WBO NABO middleweight titles.
Elsewhere on the card, Quincey Williams will face Jerome Baxter, Dennis Thompson will face Edwin Rodriguez and Juanma Lopez De Jesus will open the action against Alberto Motos.
Updates will be added below as the action unfolds in Brooklyn, with more live coverage on World Boxing News.
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Oscar Collazo remained undefeated and won the WBO International flyweight title on Saturday night with a devastating two-round victory over Neider Valdez.
The unified WBA, WBO and Ring Magazine minimumweight champion improved to 15-0 with 12 knockouts after defeating Valdez three times before Mexico’s corner stopped the fight at 2:35 of the second round.
Making his final appearance at 112 pounds, Collazo showed his strength immediately transferred to the upper division, defeating Valdez from the opening bell at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, California.
The Puerto Rican striker repeatedly found a home for his left hand and left no doubt about the outcome before the fight was called off.
“I felt great at 112 pounds. I love this division. In fact, I want to stay here for a long time,” Collazo said.
Knockdowns
Collazo admitted that he had already called for the fight to be stopped.
“After the third knockdown I was basically saying, ‘Never again, never again’. It was the right decision for his safety. His corner was well checked.
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The victory added another belt to Collazo’s collection and enhanced his growing reputation as one of boxing’s most invigorating champions in the lower weight division.
Looking ahead, Collazo has made it clear who he wants next.
“The fight with Ricardo Sandoval definitely interests me. I really want that fight. I’m ready for gigantic fights. I’m ready to make history. That’s the fight I want next.”
Sandoval currently holds the WBA flyweight title, making this one of the most attractive fights available if Collazo continues his climb in weight.
The event was broadcast live on DAZN and was promoted by Golden Boy Promotions in partnership with Miguel Cotto Promotions.
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